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The Sweet Potato Journey

Sweet potatoes are one of Louisiana’s most valuable specialty crops, generating an estimated $80 million in economic impact and supporting farmers, processors and rural communities across the state. Louisiana producers harvest approximately 5,400 acres of sweet potatoes each year, producing about 2.8 million bushels. The crop is grown by 37 producers in 15 parishes, making it an important contributor to the state’s agricultural economy and heritage.

Louisiana · 1d

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The 2027 Leadership Ouachita program is accepting applications

The Monroe Chamber of Commerce is now accepting applications for the 2027 Leadership Ouachita Program. The program is designed to develop and empower emerging leaders throughout Northeast Louisiana, helping shape the region into one of the best places to live and do business. Leadership Ouachita aims to build a strong...

Monroe, LA · 1d

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Schools moving to virtual learning Friday due to increase in flu cases

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - Madison Parish School District announced on Facebook that an increase in flu cases has moved classes to virtual learning for Friday, Nov. 13. Officials said all classrooms, high-touch areas and common areas will be cleaned, sanitized and disinfected during the closure. The district encourages parents to...

Madison Parish, LA · 1d

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Football Preview: Warhawks Prepare for Battle on the Bayou in Nationally-Televised Contest

MONROE, La. – The ULM football team (2-7, 2-3 Sun Belt) returns to FMOL Health St. Francis Stadium to compete in a midweek contest against local and conference foes, the UL-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns (6-3, 3-2 Sun Belt). The face-off will occur Thursday night (Nov. 12) at 8 p.m. on ESPN2.

Monroe, LA · 2d

MyArkLaMiss

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City of Ruston experiencing email disruption amid Microsoft 365 outage

RUSTON, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The City of Ruston is experiencing an interruption to its email services due to a widespread Microsoft 365 outage affecting Outlook and other Microsoft applications. City officials said emails sent to city departments or employees may not be received, and responses may be delayed until Microsoft restores service. The city appreciates […]

Ruston, LA · 23h

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2026 Study Questions Data Centers Job Impact

NEW ORLEANS — As Louisiana moves forward with more than $81.6 billion in announced data center investments expected to create more than 2,000 permanent jobs, new academic research raises questions about how much additional employment growth the facilities will generate in surrounding communities. The study, “Data Centers and Local...

Louisiana · 8h

MyArkLaMiss

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Boil Advisory issued for Willow Haven Apartments following service disruption in Richland Parish

RICHLAND PARISH, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The East Richland Parish Water System has issued a boil advisory for customers at 15 Cook Road (Willow Haven Apartments) following a water service interruption caused by repair work. According to the boil release, the interruption has resulted in water of questionable microbiological quality. Residents are advised to disinfect water […]

Richland Parish, LA · 1d

MyArkLaMiss

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West Monroe Chamber to host Pop-Up Job Fair for administrative positions

WEST MONROE, La. (KTVE/KARD) — The West Monroe–West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Pop-Up Job Fair for administrative and support positions on Thursday, November 12, 2026, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. The job fair will be at the Chamber office located at 112 Professional Drive in West Monroe. According to the Chamber, […]

West Monroe, LA · 1d

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Harris on History: U.S. Highway 80 Marks 100 Years

On November 11, 1926, a new highway designation placed Ruston on a coast-to-coast route stretching from Savannah, Georgia, to San Diego, California. For decades, U.S. Highway 80 carried tourists, soldiers, salesmen, and families through north Louisiana, transforming businesses and communities along its path. This Veterans Day marks the 100th anniversary...

Ruston, LA · 1d

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Meta Investment Helps NOCC Build Construction Workforce

NEW ORLEANS — Just months after graduating from New Orleans Career Center’s (NOCC) adult welding program, 23-year-old Kearries Cooper found himself working 100 feet above the ground, installing steel at Meta’s new data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana. For Cooper, who had spent four years working in restaurants while supporting his young family, the opportunity marked a significant change in his career and financial future.

New Orleans, LA · 2d

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Union Parish voters should be offered a home rule proposal

Union Parish should appoint a broadly representative charter commission to prepare a president-council proposal for public review. The commission should include people with financial, management, and legal experience, together with residents from the parish’s towns and rural communities. Louisiana law gives the Police Jury authority to appoint a charter...

Union Parish, LA · 2d